by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Jun 14, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Implant Dentistry
Did you know that 69 percent of adults have lost at least one tooth? Missing teeth don’t just damage your smile. They can limit your diet, inhibit your speech, and compromise your oral health. Studies show that when one tooth is loss, 20 percent of adjacent teeth may...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | May 31, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics, Oral Surgery
Many oral surgeries go beyond simply removing a tooth, and the cause is not always related to poor dental hygiene. Some reasons for oral surgery just can’t be predicted or avoided, such as injuries, birth defects, or cancer. Great strides have been made in oral...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | May 24, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Oral Surgery
That persistent ache in the back of your jaw might be more than just a passing discomfort. When a wisdom tooth becomes impacted, meaning it cannot fully erupt through the gum line, the pressure it creates can lead to pain, infection, and damage to the surrounding...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | May 10, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, General Dentistry
Restorative dentistry has made incredible advancements in the technology of restorative dental materials, and there are more options than ever today for your dental crown or dental bridge. Zirconium and porcelain have proven to provide lasting strength and durability,...
by Dr. Matthew Lassen | Apr 26, 2019 | Blog, Dental Topics 2, Root Canal Treatment
Having tooth pain or problems can be one of the most uncomfortable experiences possible. It is hard to ignore because it makes your whole quality of life worse. When infection or decay reaches the inner parts of your tooth, it can cause many miserable symptoms. Often...
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